Hanging red lanterns: traditionally, people think it has the auspicious meaning of "red" luck. Lanterns hung on holidays are basically auspicious patterns and auspicious blessing words. In addition, the red of lanterns is the color of cinnabar, which is a very effective treasure in geomantic omen. Therefore, it has been a tradition to hang red lanterns on the gate since ancient times. Therefore, it is also meaningful to hang lanterns in the old house where you don't live.
Hanging even-numbered lanterns: In ancient China, the same was true for hanging lanterns. Generally, it should be even rather than singular, and pay attention to symmetry, hanging on both sides of the gate, paying attention to hanging south rather than north.
Lantern definition
China Lantern, also known as Lantern, is an ancient traditional handicraft of Han nationality. Originated in the Western Han Dynasty more than 2,000 years ago, red lanterns symbolizing reunion are hung around the Lantern Festival on the 15th day of the first lunar month every year to create a festive atmosphere.
Later, lanterns became a symbol of happiness for the people of China. Through the inheritance and development of lantern artists in past dynasties, colorful varieties and exquisite craftsmanship have been formed. There are palace lanterns, gauze lanterns, chandeliers and so on. From the modeling point of view, there are figures, landscapes, flowers and birds, dragons and phoenixes, fish and insects, etc. Besides, there are lanterns for people to enjoy.